Bhaktinagar railway station is a railway station in the city of Rajkot in the state of Gujarat, India. It serves as a secondary station for the city, supplementing the larger Rajkot Junction, and lies on the broad gauge network of the Western Railway zone of Indian Railways.
Key facts
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Station name | Bhaktinagar |
| Location | Rajkot, Gujarat, India |
| Country | India |
| Operator | Indian Railways |
| Zone | Western Railway |
| Division | Rajkot |
| Track gauge | Broad gauge (1,676 mm) |
Location and setting
The station is situated within the urban area of Rajkot, the largest city in the Saurashtra region of Gujarat. Rajkot is an important commercial and industrial centre, and the city's rail traffic is distributed across more than one station, of which Bhaktinagar is one.
Operations
Bhaktinagar is administered under the Rajkot railway division of the Western Railway zone. The station handles passenger services on routes connecting Rajkot with other towns and cities in Saurashtra and beyond. Owing to its position within the city, it is used by commuters and passengers travelling on selected long-distance trains that have stoppages here in addition to Rajkot Junction.
Significance
By providing an additional rail access point in Rajkot, Bhaktinagar reduces congestion at the main junction and offers a convenient alternative for residents of the eastern parts of the city. It is also used for goods movement, given the industrial character of the surrounding areas.
Related topics
- Rajkot Junction railway station
- Rajkot railway division
- Western Railway zone
- Indian Railways
- Rajkot
- Saurashtra region
References
- Wikidata entry: Q23133496
- Indian Railways, Western Railway zone official information